This five-session small group Bible study (DVD/digital video sold separately) by noted teacher and historian, Ray Vander Laan, is volume one of the That the World May Know series. Vander Laan illustrates how God guided his people to a specific place - the Promised Land - to impact the world both in ancient times and today. Just like the time and place of our birth shapes our journey, so the land and culture of the Hebrew people shaped their story. Promised Land provides wonderful context to the stories of that time.

Faith Lessons is a unique video series that brings God's Word to life with astounding relevance. By weaving together the Bible's fascinating historical, cultural, religious, and geographical contexts, teacher and historian Ray Vander Laan reveals unique insights into the Scriptures' significance for modern believers.

Each lesson:



Focuses on passages of Scripture explored in the DVD
Includes sidebars, maps, photos and other study tools
Features questions that facilitate discussion and inspire personal reflection
Include 30 personal Bible studies to help you deepen your learning experience between sessions, and turn lessons from the past into applications that impact how you live out your faith today.

Filmed on location in Israel, these illuminating "faith lessons" afford a new understanding of the Bible that will ground your convictions and transform your life. The Faith Lessons video series is ideal for use in small groups, personal and family Bible studies, and adult Sunday school. Individual believers and families will gain vital insights from long-ago times and cultures through this innovative approach to Bible study.

Lessons include:



Standing at the Crossroads -Tel Gezer
Wet Feet - Jordan River
First Fruits - Tel Jericho
Confronting Evil - Tel Beth Shemesh
Iron of Culture - Tel Azekah

Designed for use with the Faith Lessons Promised Land Video Study (sold separately).

Contributions by: Stephen and Amanda Sorenson